Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
floccosus
ID:
48200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Hung. 2: 116, t. 112 (1803-1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047529



Common Names

  • Tragopogon Floccosus
  • Floccus's Tragopogon
  • Floccus's Salsify


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Description

Tragopogon floccosus (also called Woolly Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in meadows, pastures, and grassy areas. It has yellow flower heads with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the leaves are lanceolate and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon floccosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon floccosus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon floccosus is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Tragopogon floccosus

Tragopogon floccosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Tragopogon floccosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon floccosus?

Tragopogon floccosus

What is the common name of Tragopogon floccosus?

Woolly Salsify

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon floccosus?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and fields

Species in the Tragopogon genus

Tragopogon buphthalmoides, Tragopogon trachycarpus, Tragopogon subalpinus, Tragopogon coloratus, Tragopogon oligolepis, Tragopogon olympicus, Tragopogon leucanthus, Tragopogon paradoxus, Tragopogon pusillus, Tragopogon karjaginii, Tragopogon crocifolius, Tragopogon aureus, Tragopogon bjelorussicus, Tragopogon pseudocastellanus, Tragopogon collinus, Tragopogon altaicus, Tragopogon tanaiticus, Tragopogon heterospermus, Tragopogon elongatus, Tragopogon coelesyriacus, Tragopogon minor, Tragopogon podolicus, Tragopogon ruber, Tragopogon pseudomajor, Tragopogon leonidae, Tragopogon colchicus, Tragopogon marginifolius, Tragopogon podolicus, Tragopogon brevirostris, Tragopogon hayekii, Tragopogon miscellus, Tragopogon tuberosus, Tragopogon mirabile, Tragopogon scorzonerifolius, Tragopogon verrucosobracteatus, Tragopogon subacaulis, Tragopogon orientalis, Tragopogon reticulatus, Tragopogon scoparius, Tragopogon tasch-kala, Tragopogon kindingeri, Tragopogon erostris, Tragopogon lassithicus, Tragopogon mirus, Tragopogon kasahstanicus, Tragopogon borysthenicus, Tragopogon cretaceus, Tragopogon undulatus, Tragopogon ketzkhovelii, Tragopogon leonidae,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-1460: Based on the initial data import
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.